Magnavox/Philips 13-Inch Color CRT Television (Model RKX184 WA03)
Philips Magnavox (Consumer Electronics Company, Knoxville, TN) · Electronics > Vintage Audio/Video
Era / Decade
Mid-1990s (dated August 1996 per label code)
Material
Heavy-duty molded plastic housing (black), cathode ray tube (glass), and copper/circuitry internals. Typical 90s build quality.
Condition
Good. The exterior casing shows heavy dust accumulation and the manufacturer label is peeling/damaged. Functionality of the tube is unknown from the image.
Demand Level
Strong. High demand among the retro gaming community for 'curb-sized' CRTs with low input lag.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$40.00 (Low) - $85.00 (Mid) - $125.00 (High if tested with remote)
Estimated Retail Value
$150.00 - $200.00 (original 1990s pricing adjusted for inflation)
Comparable Sales
Comparable 13-inch Magnavox CRTs have recently sold for $50-$90 locally and up to $150 on eBay (including shipping) depending on the presence of a remote and screen clarity.
Description
Vintage 1996 Philips Magnavox 13-inch Color CRT TV, model RKX184 WA03. Features a compact black plastic chassis, perfect for retro gaming (NES, SNES, Genesis). Assembled in Greeneville, TN, USA. Includes standard RF input and potentially composite inputs (standard for this chassis). Great for a nostalgic setup or CRT art projects.
Key Features
Compact size (highly desirable for bedroom retro gaming), 'Made in USA' assembly, authentic 90s aesthetic, and reliability of the Philips/Magnavox chassis.
Authenticity Indicators
Original factory labels with serial number 78556533 and Chassis Model 20L1-01. Confidence level: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant dust in vents (needs compressed air), peeling manufacturer label, missing original remote, and unknown tube health (screen burn or geometry issues).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist for local pickup (safest due to weight/glass breakage); eBay if you are willing to build a custom double-walled box for shipping.
Selling Tips
Clean the dust thoroughly! Post a photo of the TV turned on with a gaming console menu visible to prove the tube is bright and the geometry is straight. Use keywords like 'Retro Gaming', 'No Lag', and 'CRT'.